7.20.2010

So, our porch is actually making some vivid progress now, and I’d like to share these photos. Our rails are painted once (one more coat to go!) Last week, I really had difficulty honing in on the right photos from my previous post to inspire our porch. Just a side note here to say thanks each of you who helped me comment on the pictures. Especially Mike for putting up with me and coming along for the ride; Hollie… I love your input and your New Old Craftsman; and Jojeana at Secret Garden Cottage… your comments are really appreciated and blog is full of amazing ideas! THANKS!!

7.14.2010

The porch rails are now primed a beautiful white! Next, we will completely paint the rails; tear out the carpet, clean, and etch and paint or stain the porch floor; paint the door; and hopefully, hang a swing!

Before I can move forward, I am trying to complete the color scheme, and I am having trouble deciding what color to paint the door: red, black, or other. What are your thoughts?

7.13.2010

Here’s a sneak peak of our mantel decor and my favorite weekend purchase… Finally got the “Big E” from ANTHROPOLOGIE this weekend! I’ve been eyeballing this stinker since our wedding! Pardon the picture quality, but I couldn’t wait to show him off!

{so excited our home is finally coming together and looking like my style!}

7.12.2010

Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays because of the fireworks. My family is home to a few pyromaniacs, so I’ve always had a great display for every fourth and special family holidays {weddings, graduations, etc.}

Riley 07.04.2010

This year the Fourth was spent in our new home, and I took advantage of the long weekend to work on a few projects!

Boulevard Flowers: Everyone living in the Boulevards has an opportunity to claim a Boulevard Planter, but it’s first come first serve. I planted these babies in late May, but they are just blooming so well, I had to post. Plus, it’s a miracle they’ve made it till July and are holding strong… another reason to celebrate!!

Last thing… I have a Red Dilemma: To keep or not to keep the front door red/burgundy, paint it a bolder true red, paint in black, or other ideas?